Since assuming office in May 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has had his name affixed to several prominent public institutions and landmarks in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. In just two years, at least six major facilities have been renamed or established in his honour, reflecting his growing political influence and legacy-building efforts.
Here is a rundown of the key institutions now bearing President Tinubu’s name:
1. Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks, Abuja
2. Bola Ahmed Tinubu Polytechnic, Abuja
Announced on January 16, 2025, this federal polytechnic in Gwarinpa was named to expand access to technical and vocational education within the FCT.
3. Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC)
Commissioned in December 2024 by the Ministry of Interior, this innovation hub serves the Nigeria Immigration Service and focuses on digital transformation and research, aligning with Tinubu’s tech-forward agenda.
4. Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu Building (National Assembly Library)
Renamed on May 29, 2024, the National Assembly’s research and legislative documentation centre was dedicated to Tinubu on the first anniversary of his presidency, recognizing his contributions to national development.
5. Bola Ahmed Tinubu Way, Abuja
A key section of the Southern Parkway in Abuja was renamed in March 2024 without public fanfare but drew attention after new signage was installed, symbolizing Tinubu’s growing legacy in the capital.
6. Bola Tinubu International Conference Centre (ICC)
The most recent renaming took place on June 10, 2025, when the iconic International Conference Centre, a premier venue for national and international events, was rechristened in honour of Tinubu’s leadership and political influence.
These renamings have sparked mixed reactions among Nigerians, with some viewing them as strategic legacy-building while others see them as premature or self-aggrandizing. Nonetheless, the trend underscores a significant pattern of associating federal landmarks with the sitting president during his tenure.
The renaming of these institutions highlights Tinubu’s imprint on Nigeria’s political and infrastructural landscape within just two years of his presidency.
